Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY:

The person in this position partners with and supports the Human Resource Manager and field managers to anticipate and meet the evolving HR needs of the company and to deliver best-in-class talent to the organization.

Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resource functions and ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
• Coordinate and provide management training on HR-related topics, including but not limited to interviewing, terminations, promotions, performance reviews, safety, and sexual harassment
• Managing the full cycle of Recruitment.
• Confer with management to identify hiring needs, job specifications, job duties, qualifications, and skills
• Design, develop, and implement recruiting and retention strategies for both union and non union positions.
• Work with hiring managers and interview teams to ensure job requirements and expectations are clearly understood and candidates are assessed against appropriate and consistent criteria.
• Initiate candidate background checks, drug/physical screening, and candidate on-boarding.
• Plan and conduct new-hire orientation to fast-track integration into the organization and foster a positive attitude toward company goals, objectives, and strategy
• Develop strong relationships and partnerships with client groups.
• Assist with administration of the company benefit plans as needed.
• Take the initiative to suggest the development of new policies and revision of existing policies as required; ensure the consistent and fair application of all policies and procedures
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Skills And/Or Experience

• Experience recruiting for high-volume, field-centric-operation positions preferred
• Clear understanding of the end-to-end recruitment life-cycle process
• Strong computer skills, with emphasis in applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong desire to learn about the railroad industry
• Good organization skills and attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
• Resourcefulness and the ability to easily adjust to changes in management direction and priorities
• Diplomacy, maturity, and the ability to keep select matters confidential
• Ability to successfully interact with all levels of the organization
• Willingness to travel as needed (up to 15 percent)
  
  

Required Education And/Or Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree plus two to five years of recruiting or general HR experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Railroad or Manaufatoring industry experience preferred
  
  

Pay And Benefits

Starting salary range: $70,000 - $75,000

At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• On the Job Training
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!
• Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement
  
  

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.



Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.